Barrs back at the Hydro
THE five-year partnership between A.G. Barr and SSE Hydro has been expanded.
Celebrating together in safety
THE Scottish Grocer Awards are almost here and we can’t wait to celebrate success with the very best retailers and industry colleagues from across the convenience store supply chain.
Lomond thrives in tough times
LOCKDOWNS presented many businesses with challenges, with the wholesale channel hit particularly hard.
Top Scottish Off Sales Brands 2021
The pandemic effect can still be felt in the off-trade, although some are heading back to hospitality
Stores stand with Ukraine
RETAILERS have been doing their bit to support those affected by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
A return to form for the Federation
THE Federation of Independent Retailers (NFRN) welcomed guests back to the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Glasgow on 29 March for the return of its annual Scottish conference.
Single-use plastic ban is in force
NEW laws outlawing the use of certain single-use plastic cutlery, plates and food and drink containers have come into force.
Spar refits
Two company-owned Spar Scotland stores have been relaunched following major refurbishments.
Oxfam targets food giants
INTERNATIONAL development charity Oxfam has examined the ethical performance of some of the world’s leading food brand-owning companies and found them lacking.
As part of...
Another DRS milestone
DEPOSIT return scheme administrator Circularity Scotland has appointed Biffa, the waste management firm, as the official logistics provider for DRS.
Jet off for an Easter break
JET aims to help forecourts this month with a two-for-one promotion featuring vouchers for UK attractions. The promotion, which runs until April 30, includes...
Aldi breaks into top four
ALDI has toppled Morrisons to become the fourth biggest grocery retailer in the UK.
Serving the big night bar – essential drinks
Big nights in have provided opportunities for c-stores in many product categories. It means the beers, wines and spirits section is going through...
Mackie’s £42k day
More than 6,000 visitors lapped up an open day at Mackie of Scotland’s Aberdeenshire farm and raised over £42,000 for three charities.
Do try this at home – Caorunn gin
Scots small batch gin brand says cocktail culture is heading to the off-trade
WATCH out lemons, you have competition. Discerning young consumers, who experiment with...
Strength for senior team
Snacks firm Pladis has strengthened its senior team with new hires to its sales leadership.
